Tarn Taran's Second Phase of War Against Drugs Begins
Tarn Taran police intensify the war on drugs with Phase 2. SSP Ranjit Singh leads a major crackdown, seizing assets and arresting peddlers. Read the full strategy.
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Trichy NIB Seizes 153kg Ganja in Secret Car Compartment
Trichy NIB police confiscated 153kg of ganja worth ₹16 lakh from a secret compartment in an MUV. Two men from Madurai and Tirupur arrested. Read the full story.
Thane Police seize 638kg ganja, bust interstate drug racket
Thane Crime Branch arrests Telangana man, seizes cannabis worth over ₹2 crore. SUV packed with drugs intercepted near Kalwa. Police probe Andhra-Odisha supply chain.
Goa drug seizures up 700%, police target network core
Goa police report a staggering 700% surge in drug seizure value for 2025, vowing to dismantle the narcotics network by targeting kingpins and leveraging inter-agency coordination. Read about the new strategy.
Trichy Police Crackdown: Ganja & Tobacco Cases Surge in 2025
Trichy police registered 1,703 cases and arrested 1,840 people for ganja and illegal tobacco in 2025, a massive increase from 2024. SP warns of action under Goondas Act.
Coimbatore: 3 arrested for peddling drugs to youth
Podanur police in Coimbatore arrested three men for supplying ganja and painkillers to local youth. Seized 5 kg cannabis, 200 tablets, and syringes. Read the full details.
Trump on weight-loss drugs: 'No, I have not. I probably should.'
In a NYT interview, Donald Trump revealed he hasn't used GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, sparking debate on obesity, healthcare costs, and his administration's drug price policies. Read the full story.
Ludhiana: Illegal MTP Kit Sales Trigger Health Dept Raid
Punjab health department's special drive in Ludhiana finds three firms illegally stocking MTP kits. Show-cause notices issued, strict legal action promised. Read more.
5 Arrested in Tamil Nadu Drug Busts, ₹1 Cr Hashish Oil Seized
Tamil Nadu police arrested five individuals in Madurai, Theni, and Tuticorin, seizing 18kg of ganja and 5 litres of hashish oil worth ₹1 crore. One repeat offender faces Goondas Act.
New Pharma Guidelines: Minor Violations May Avoid Court
India's amended pharma guidelines allow firms to settle minor violations via fines, avoiding court. The move aims to ease regulatory burden under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. Read the full details.
Govt Rolls Out New Rules to Settle Minor Drug Violations
India introduces a formal mechanism for drug and medical device firms to settle minor regulatory violations by paying fines, aiming to reduce court burdens and focus on serious health risks. Learn how the new compounding rules work.
Jammu Bans Courier Drug Transport Without Permit
Jammu administration cracks down on narcotics via courier. New order mandates valid permits for transport, violators face strict action. Read the full story.
Weight-loss drugs poised for takeoff, cancer care expands in 2026
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, despite limited uptake, topped India's pharma sales by value in 2025. With generics and new approvals coming, 2026 promises wider access. Plus, government plans 200+ Day Care Cancer Centres. Read the full analysis.
Indian Pharma Firms Eye Licensing Deals for Obesity Drugs
As patents expire, Indian drugmakers like Lupin and Ajanta Pharma are forging licensing and distribution deals for GLP-1 obesity drugs. The market is set for explosive growth. Explore the key partnerships and market dynamics.
Rats devour ganja samples, 5 acquitted in Mumbai drug case
A Mumbai court acquitted five alleged drug traffickers after prosecution's ganja samples were eaten by rats. Judge cites procedural lapses & lack of evidence. Read the shocking details.
SC's 2026 Docket: Religion, Citizenship, Liberty Cases
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
Second Accused Held in Indore MD Drug Supply Case
Indore police arrest Prahlad for supplying MD drugs during New Year parties. The accused bought narcotics cheap and sold high for illegal profit. Read the full investigation details.
Govt bans oral Nimesulide above 100mg with immediate effect
The Indian government has prohibited the manufacture and sale of high-dose Nimesulide painkillers, citing health risks. Safer alternatives are available. Read the full details and implications.
Bengaluru engineer arrested for making drugs at home
A Bengaluru software engineer was arrested for allegedly manufacturing synthetic drugs like MDMA in a makeshift home laboratory. Police seized drugs worth lakhs and equipment. Read the shocking details.
DCA Raids Quack's Clinic, Seizes Illegal Drugs Worth ₹15,011
Drugs Control Administration officials raided an unlicensed clinic in Karimnagar, seizing illegal steroids and antibiotics. The crackdown highlights the public health risks of unauthorized drug sales. Read more.
Delhi Police arrest woman with heroin in Sultanpuri
Delhi Police arrested a woman with 9.14 grams of heroin near Rain Basera Park in Sultanpuri on December 25. A subsequent raid led to the seizure of syringes, needles, and buprenorphine tablets. Read the full details.
Mangaluru's Drug Menace: Police, Public Unite for Action
Mangaluru police chief urges students, parents & religious leaders to join forces against drugs. 25 peddlers arrested in a week. Learn how the city plans to become drug-free.
India's Weight-Loss Drug Market to Grow 10x by 2030
Explore the social and economic impact of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic & Mounjaro in India. A ₹1,000 crore market is poised for massive growth. Share your thoughts.
GLP-1 Drugs Show Benefits Beyond Weight Loss
New research reveals GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide offer significant heart, liver, and kidney benefits, transforming treatment for obesity-related conditions. Discover the full scope of their impact.
Lack of Drug Inspectors Hampers Action on Spurious Drugs
A severe shortage of drug inspectors is hampering enforcement against spurious and adulterated medicines in India. Officials admit the staffing crisis is a major hurdle. Read more on the critical public health issue.
Himachal Leads Nation in Substandard Drugs: 49 Fail
Himachal Pradesh reports the highest number of substandard drug samples in India. 49 samples failed quality tests, raising serious concerns about public health and pharmaceutical regulation.
Supreme Court to Hear Bikram Majithia's Bail Plea on July 15
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia's plea for bail in a drugs case. The hearing is scheduled for July 15. Read the latest legal developments.
Ahmedabad Court Sentences Two in 31g Mephedrone Case
A special court in Ahmedabad sentenced two individuals to prison for possessing over 31g of mephedrone. One convict is a repeat offender. Details on the NDPS Act case and acquittals inside.
FDA cancels 13 licences, suspends 32 stores in Nanded
Maharashtra FDA cancels licences of 13 medical stores & suspends 32 for selling intoxicant tablets without prescription in Nanded. Read the full crackdown details.
Karnataka Passes Key Amendment to Drugs and Cosmetics Act
Karnataka Assembly passes the Drugs and Cosmetics (Amendment) Bill, 2024, enhancing penalties for spurious drug manufacturers and regulating online pharmacy sales. Learn the key changes.
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